Free SIM for registered women
Under the Benazir Income Support Programme, the procedure to issue a free SIM and open a social protection wallet has been clearly explained. Women who are already registered in the program can visit their nearest BISP office or established camp sites to benefit from this facility.
Officials said that to get the free SIM, an eligible woman must visit the concerned office or camp site with her original identity documents. After completing biometric verification, the free SIM will be issued. Authorities said biometric verification is necessary to ensure transparency and to make sure that financial aid reaches the right beneficiary without any fraud.
Social protection wallet system
According to BISP, the same SIM will be linked to a social protection wallet. Through this wallet, all installments, stipends and other financial assistance will be transferred directly to the beneficiary women.
The purpose of this step is to make the payment system safer, faster and more modern. Women will not face unnecessary delays or problems in receiving their money.
Transparency and financial inclusion
Officials explained that with the social protection wallet, women will receive timely updates about their financial assistance. A proper record of transactions will also be maintained, increasing transparency.
Under this new system, women will no longer need to stand in long queues or depend on unrelated people to collect their payments.
Financial inclusion
The BISP administration said this move is an important effort to promote financial inclusion and connect deserving women with the digital system. Registered women have been urged to visit designated centers, complete biometric verification and obtain their free SIM to ensure uninterrupted future payments.
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The facility is being introduced in phases across the country, and officials believe millions of deserving women will benefit from this initiative.
This step can reduce fraud and delays. Direct payments will help women feel secure. Digital systems can make things simple and clear. If managed properly, it can build trust among beneficiaries.
